{"id":8390,"date":"2025-08-11T10:33:10","date_gmt":"2025-08-11T14:33:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lestroisbouleaux.ca\/our-artists\/richard-ostrow\/"},"modified":"2025-08-12T11:23:17","modified_gmt":"2025-08-12T15:23:17","slug":"richard-ostrow","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/lestroisbouleaux.ca\/en\/our-artists\/richard-ostrow\/","title":{"rendered":"Richard Ostrow"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1216.8px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_2_5 2_5 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:40%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:4.8%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:4.8%;--awb-width-medium:40%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:4.8%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:4.8%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-image-element \" style=\"--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-1 hover-type-none\"><a class=\"fusion-no-lightbox\" href=\"https:\/\/lestroisbouleaux.ca\/en\/our-artists\/richard-ostrow\/\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"image0\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"224\" alt=\"Richard Ostrow\" src=\"https:\/\/lestroisbouleaux.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image0-300x224.jpeg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-8379\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lestroisbouleaux.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image0-200x149.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/lestroisbouleaux.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image0-400x299.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/lestroisbouleaux.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image0-600x448.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/lestroisbouleaux.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image0-800x598.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/lestroisbouleaux.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image0-1200x896.jpeg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion_builder_column_3_5 3_5 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:60%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:3.2%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:3.2%;--awb-width-medium:60%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:3.2%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:3.2%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p>Richard Ostrow<\/p>\n<p>For over a decade, I\u2019ve dedicated myself to the art of fine woodworking, building custom furniture through my company,\u00a0<em>Artefact Decor<\/em>, based in Repentigny, Qu\u00e9bec. What began as a simple passion for working with wood evolved into a full-time pursuit of craftsmanship, producing one-of-a-kind pieces that combine function, beauty, and a deep respect for traditional techniques.<\/p>\n<p>Each piece I create is handmade from start to finish, using carefully selected wood species such as walnut, maple, oak, and pine. I work closely with the natural character of the wood\u2014its grain, tone, and texture\u2014allowing it to guide the design. No two pieces are ever the same. Whether it\u2019s a dining table, a console, or a sculptural accent, every item is crafted to tell its own story.<\/p>\n<p>What truly sets my work apart is my commitment to finish quality. I believe that the tactile experience is just as important as the visual. My pieces are meticulously sanded and finished to an exceptionally high standard\u2014silky smooth to the touch and built to last for generations.<\/p>\n<p>My craftsmanship isn\u2019t just about building furniture\u2014it\u2019s about creating heirlooms, respecting the material, and celebrating the unique beauty found in every slab of wood.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-2 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling container-img\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1216.8px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-2 fusion_builder_column_1_6 1_6 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:16.666666666667%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:11.52%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:11.52%;--awb-width-medium:16.666666666667%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:11.52%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:11.52%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-3 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:33.333333333333%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:5.76%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:5.76%;--awb-width-medium:33.333333333333%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:5.76%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:5.76%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-image-element \" style=\"--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-2 hover-type-none\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" alt=\"console 1 - Richard Ostrow\" title=\"IMG_5063\" src=\"https:\/\/lestroisbouleaux.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_5063-225x300.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-8386\"\/><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-4 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:33.333333333333%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:5.76%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:5.76%;--awb-width-medium:33.333333333333%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:5.76%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:5.76%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-image-element \" style=\"--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-3 hover-type-none\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" alt=\"console -2 Richard Ostrow\" title=\"IMG_5062\" src=\"https:\/\/lestroisbouleaux.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_5062-225x300.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-8388\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lestroisbouleaux.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_5062-200x267.jpg 200w, https:\/\/lestroisbouleaux.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_5062-400x533.jpg 400w, https:\/\/lestroisbouleaux.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_5062-600x800.jpg 600w, https:\/\/lestroisbouleaux.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_5062-800x1067.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lestroisbouleaux.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_5062-1200x1600.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/lestroisbouleaux.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_5062-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-5 fusion_builder_column_1_6 1_6 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:16.666666666667%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:11.52%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:11.52%;--awb-width-medium:16.666666666667%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:11.52%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:11.52%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-image-element \" style=\"--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-4 hover-type-none\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" alt=\"vague avant Am\u00e9lie Pomerleau\" title=\"vague avant\" src=\"https:\/\/lestroisbouleaux.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/vague-avant-225x300.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-4957\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lestroisbouleaux.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/vague-avant-200x267.jpg 200w, https:\/\/lestroisbouleaux.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/vague-avant-400x533.jpg 400w, https:\/\/lestroisbouleaux.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/vague-avant-600x800.jpg 600w, https:\/\/lestroisbouleaux.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/vague-avant-800x1067.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lestroisbouleaux.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/vague-avant-1200x1600.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/lestroisbouleaux.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/vague-avant-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-3 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-margin-top:40px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1216.8px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-6 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:33.333333333333%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:5.76%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:5.76%;--awb-width-medium:33.333333333333%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:5.76%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:5.76%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-7 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-padding-bottom:0px;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:33.333333333333%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:5.76%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:5.76%;--awb-width-medium:33.333333333333%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:5.76%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:5.76%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div ><a class=\"fusion-button button-flat fusion-button-default-size button-default fusion-button-default button-1 fusion-button-default-span fusion-button-default-type\" style=\"--button_margin-top:10px;width:calc(100%);\" target=\"_self\" href=\"https:\/\/lestroisbouleaux.ca\/oeuvres-artiste\/richard-ostrow\/\"><span class=\"fusion-button-text awb-button__text awb-button__text--default\">Richard Ostrow<\/p>\n<p>For over a decade, I\u2019ve dedicated myself to the art of fine woodworking, building custom furniture through my company,\u00a0<em>Artefact Decor<\/em>, based in Repentigny, Qu\u00e9bec. What began as a simple passion for working with wood evolved into a full-time pursuit of craftsmanship, producing one-of-a-kind pieces that combine function, beauty, and a deep respect for traditional techniques.<\/p>\n<p>Each piece I create is handmade from start to finish, using carefully selected wood species such as walnut, maple, oak, and pine. I work closely with the natural character of the wood\u2014its grain, tone, and texture\u2014allowing it to guide the design. No two pieces are ever the same. Whether it\u2019s a dining table, a console, or a sculptural accent, every item is crafted to tell its own story.<\/p>\n<p>What truly sets my work apart is my commitment to finish quality. I believe that the tactile experience is just as important as the visual. My pieces are meticulously sanded and finished to an exceptionally high standard\u2014silky smooth to the touch and built to last for generations.<\/p>\n<p>My craftsmanship isn\u2019t just about building furniture\u2014it\u2019s about creating heirlooms, respecting the material, and celebrating the unique beauty found in every slab of wood.<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-8 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:33.333333333333%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:5.76%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:5.76%;--awb-width-medium:33.333333333333%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:5.76%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:5.76%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":3455,"featured_media":0,"parent":1687,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-8390","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/lestroisbouleaux.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/8390","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/lestroisbouleaux.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/lestroisbouleaux.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lestroisbouleaux.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3455"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lestroisbouleaux.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8390"}],"version-history":[{"count":16,"href":"https:\/\/lestroisbouleaux.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/8390\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":8408,"href":"https:\/\/lestroisbouleaux.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/8390\/revisions\/8408"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lestroisbouleaux.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1687"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/lestroisbouleaux.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8390"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}